The first international event at the home of Irish Boxing ended in a draw this evening.
A strong Welsh team contested against an Ireland select at Youth and U22.
The card opened with an exhibition bout and 2 supporting bouts.
Youths
51KG Corey Jones, Wales beat Adam McKenna, Ireland, 4-1
54KG Gavin Ryan, Ireland, beat Joe Williams, Wales, 5-0
The Lead – Women’s Boxing Programme will begin shortly, and clubs are advised of the deadline for taking part.
IABA will fund the provision of a free 6-week programme for new women members in 20 clubs.
The expression of interest form is attached, and the clubs will be included in the programme on a first come, first served, basis.
All sporting organisations across Ireland are required to complete a Sport Ireland Club Safeguarding Self-Assessment Audit 2021-2022.
Audit site login and access details – access to the portal is here
Club Safeguarding Self Audit guide: attached
A video guide to assist in completing this audit and is available on IABA’s YouTube channel, here
Ireland take on Wales in an international at the home of Irish Boxing this evening.
15 bouts will be boxed at the National Stadium, including 2 support bouts, 10 at Youth and 3 U22 contests. A countries parade and national anthem will take place after the support bouts.
First named boxer in red:
Support bouts: 7.30pm
IABA is delighted to launch boxing’s calendar of events for Women in Sport Week, March 7th to 14th, and is inviting all clubs and boxers to get involved and #FollowHerLead
WIS Week is aimed at increasing the participation of women and girls in all aspects of boxing – participation, competing, coaching, spectating and sports administration, and highlight the contribution of women and girls in boxing.